A view of the existing stadium (left) across from the new stadium (right). All images courtesy Katy ISD.

A view of the existing stadium (left) across from the new stadium (right). All images courtesy Katy ISD.

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An aerial view of the two stadiums.

An aerial view of the two stadiums.

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Traffic has been a concern for some who argue that two large stadiums side by side will only add more cars and buses. This plan shows the traffic plan that architects hope will minimize impact.

Traffic has been a concern for some who argue that two large stadiums side by side will only add more cars and buses. This plan shows the traffic plan that architects hope will minimize impact.

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A closer, aerial look at the new stadium.

A closer, aerial look at the new stadium.

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The home entrance, including security checkpoints and divided seating for fans and fine arts members, like the band.

The home entrance, including security checkpoints and divided seating for fans and fine arts members, like the band.

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Aerial view of the endzone, with a fine arts plaza outside the stadium.

Aerial view of the endzone, with a fine arts plaza outside the stadium.

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Moving clockwise around the stadium, the visitor's entrance mirrors the home entrance.

Moving clockwise around the stadium, the visitor's entrance mirrors the home entrance.

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The first floor of the fieldhouse, with room for security, offices, media and up to four locker rooms.

The first floor of the fieldhouse, with room for security, offices, media and up to four locker rooms.

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The second story of the fieldhouse includes a lot of space that architects said could be built out, depending on budget.

The second story of the fieldhouse includes a lot of space that architects said could be built out, depending on budget.

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A closer look at the concession stands, which will allow fans to see the field while waiting in line, according to architects.

A closer look at the concession stands, which will allow fans to see the field while waiting in line, according to architects.

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Another look at the stadium from above.

Another look at the stadium from above.

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The upper level of the stands and concourse.

The upper level of the stands and concourse.

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And the same view on the visitors' side.

And the same view on the visitors' side.

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Space for offices and media, as well as two hospitality suites that can be leased out.

Space for offices and media, as well as two hospitality suites that can be leased out.

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West elevation.

West elevation.

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East elevation.

East elevation.

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Elevation view of the fieldhouse.

Elevation view of the fieldhouse.

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West elevation of the fieldhouse.

West elevation of the fieldhouse.

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North elevation of the fieldhouse.

North elevation of the fieldhouse.

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And another elevation view (east) of the fieldhouse.

And another elevation view (east) of the fieldhouse.

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The press box, with space for coaches on the top floor.

The press box, with space for coaches on the top floor.

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And the visitors' side.

And the visitors' side.

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Back to the fieldhouse, with another look at the first story.

Back to the fieldhouse, with another look at the first story.

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And a look at the second story shell space of the fieldhouse, which could include a hall of fame.

And a look at the second story shell space of the fieldhouse, which could include a hall of fame.

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View with fieldhouse lobby.

View with fieldhouse lobby.

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Another look at the two-story fieldhouse.

Another look at the two-story fieldhouse.

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Inside the concourse.

Inside the concourse.

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The game day experience.

The game day experience.

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The home stands and press box.

The home stands and press box.

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The scoreboard and fine arts plaza, seen from outside the stadium.

The scoreboard and fine arts plaza, seen from outside the stadium.

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Walking up to the fieldhouse.

Walking up to the fieldhouse.

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Up-close look at Katy ISD's future new stadium so far

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Plans have been unveiled for the $48 million Katy ISD football stadium that was approved by voters last year as part of a major bond package, after voters rejected a similar but grander plan for a second stadium the previous year.

This stadium, architects argued, will be flexible and secure and has been designed with an eye to traffic flow and sound management as it will sit directly across from the existing Rhodes Stadium.

Collected here are all the illustrations from the team of HKS, Inc. and VLK Architects, presented to the Katy ISD school board in July. The project is expected to break ground in the fall, after being delayed in part due to heavy rains in May, according to the district.